shoe design (236 articles)
shoe design surveys a range of footwear, from technology-packed sneakers to 3D-printed pumps and artistic 'wearables', showcasing a range of innovative projects and the diverse materials employed in their design.
air jordan 1 discoball: your dream dancing shoes this new year's eve
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a shimmering finish and matching silver laces gives the sneakers the classic, 70s style sensibility – when the disco ball was a nightlife staple.
a shimmering finish and matching silver laces gives the sneakers the classic, 70s style sensibility – when the disco ball was a nightlife staple.
NIKE's jordan brand and dior collaborate on sneaker set to drop in 2020
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produced in italy with fine leather, the partnership defines the intersection of haute couture and high-performance sportswear.
produced in italy with fine leather, the partnership defines the intersection of haute couture and high-performance sportswear.
massive air jordan models 'discovered' in different cities around the world
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each sneaker is blown up in scale and placed methodically to blend into its surroundings.
each sneaker is blown up in scale and placed methodically to blend into its surroundings.
reebok forever floatride GROW: first ever plant-based running shoe
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reebok’s new design has been made with castor beans, algae, eucalyptus trees and natural rubber, which are all sustainably sourced.
reebok’s new design has been made with castor beans, algae, eucalyptus trees and natural rubber, which are all sustainably sourced.
louis vuitton designs monogram sneaker trunk perfect for the ultra-organized
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the trunk houses drawers to store up to six pairs of low-tops and eight pairs of high-tops.
the trunk houses drawers to store up to six pairs of low-tops and eight pairs of high-tops.
adidas reveals second generation 100% recyclable running sneaker
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after taking the first edition back, adidas has recycled them to create components for an entirely new shoe.
after taking the first edition back, adidas has recycled them to create components for an entirely new shoe.
kengo kuma ASICS collaboration references japanese bamboo weaving
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japanese architect kengo kuma has collaborated with ASICS to create a new metaride AMU silhouette that incorporates traditional bamboo craft techniques.
japanese architect kengo kuma has collaborated with ASICS to create a new metaride AMU silhouette that incorporates traditional bamboo craft techniques.
kanye west's yeezy sneaker will be made using algae in new 'seed to sole' concept
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the rapper and fashion designer spoke of a 4,000-acre ranch explaining that it would eventually have have its own hydroponic farm.
the rapper and fashion designer spoke of a 4,000-acre ranch explaining that it would eventually have have its own hydroponic farm.
MSCHF injects holy water into NIKE air max 97s to create 'jesus shoes'
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in reference to religious symbolism and the cult appeal of streetwear, the shoes allow wearers to literally walk on water.
in reference to religious symbolism and the cult appeal of streetwear, the shoes allow wearers to literally walk on water.
egg cartons, gardening bags and capri sun are transformed into shoes by nicole mclaughlin
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the designer continues her exploration into upcycling everyday items into fantastical, yet totally wearable, footwear.
the designer continues her exploration into upcycling everyday items into fantastical, yet totally wearable, footwear.
yukako hihara creates 'anti-gravity' shoes using repelling magnets
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yukako hihara has designed a pair of shoes that use the repulsive force of magnets to create the physical sense of 'walking on the moon'.
yukako hihara has designed a pair of shoes that use the repulsive force of magnets to create the physical sense of 'walking on the moon'.
adidas originals reinterprets and relaunches ozweego shoes from 1990s
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famed for their progressive innovation and style, the 1990s adidas ozweego running shoes have been re-worked for the modern day.
famed for their progressive innovation and style, the 1990s adidas ozweego running shoes have been re-worked for the modern day.
NIKE unveils joyride cushioning system made of thousands of TPE beads
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the beads are placed within zonally-tuned pods that create the sensation of running on bubbles.
the beads are placed within zonally-tuned pods that create the sensation of running on bubbles.
design 'disruptors' rem d. koolhaas + joey ruiter challenge car design rules in los angeles
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an unconventional exploration of the status quo.
an unconventional exploration of the status quo.
NIKE pulls 'racist' sneaker featuring original US flag after colin kaepernick objects
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NIKE has pulled a patriotic-themed sneaker featuring the 'betsy ross flag' after ex-NFL star colin kaepnerick raised concerns of it being offensive.
NIKE has pulled a patriotic-themed sneaker featuring the 'betsy ross flag' after ex-NFL star colin kaepnerick raised concerns of it being offensive.
new balance launches latest sneakers with 3D printed sole
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new balance's 3D-printed triplecell technology is 10% lighter than other models but boasts the same cushioning.
new balance's 3D-printed triplecell technology is 10% lighter than other models but boasts the same cushioning.
craft your own style with zegna’s fully personalised my claudio sneaker
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combining streetwear with luxury craftsmanship, the fully customizable footwear design reflects the DNA of zegna as well as the wearer.
combining streetwear with luxury craftsmanship, the fully customizable footwear design reflects the DNA of zegna as well as the wearer.
dopekicks are eco-friendly, waterproof sneakers made from hemp
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further proving their environmentally-friendly credentials, the shoes also feature recycled rubber soles and cork insoles.
further proving their environmentally-friendly credentials, the shoes also feature recycled rubber soles and cork insoles.
nat-2 launches sustainable high-end footwear made from upcycled milk
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what do designers do with the two million tons of milk that are disposed annually in germany? naturally, nat-2 made shoes!
what do designers do with the two million tons of milk that are disposed annually in germany? naturally, nat-2 made shoes!
the dior of toy collectors is a cambodian american designer that handcrafts tiny air jordans
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if toys and figurines had a met gala to attend, they'd all take a number and impatiently wait their turn to wear a chris pin.
if toys and figurines had a met gala to attend, they'd all take a number and impatiently wait their turn to wear a chris pin.
raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas
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with soles coated in mirrored TPU film, the sportswear giant describes the collection as being 'reminiscent of the ‘70s glam rock era.'
with soles coated in mirrored TPU film, the sportswear giant describes the collection as being 'reminiscent of the ‘70s glam rock era.'
philippe starck reveals latest collection of recyclable flip-flops for ipanema
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the designer's goal was to use the least amount of material, thus allowing the product to form to the body.
the designer's goal was to use the least amount of material, thus allowing the product to form to the body.
NIKE app now uses AR to scan and measure your feet with perfect accuracy
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the app collects 13 data points mapping your foot morphology for both feet within a matter of seconds.
the app collects 13 data points mapping your foot morphology for both feet within a matter of seconds.
ica & kostika's 'exobiology' collection explores the future of digitally generated footwear
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the series was developed as an investigation of the future of shoe design through the fusion of fashion and computational technology.
the series was developed as an investigation of the future of shoe design through the fusion of fashion and computational technology.
make your mark with the fully customizable zegna my cesare sneaker
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enhancing traditional craftsmanship, wearers can personalize each piece of the hyper-detailed zegna my cesare shoes.
enhancing traditional craftsmanship, wearers can personalize each piece of the hyper-detailed zegna my cesare shoes.
puma joins NIKE in the self-lacing sneaker race with 'Fi' footwear
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it seems the age of self-lacing sneakers is upon us.
it seems the age of self-lacing sneakers is upon us.
wanna kicks lets you virtually try on sneakers before you buy them
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'AR commerce' experiences like this keep you looking fresh before your kicks even arrive.
'AR commerce' experiences like this keep you looking fresh before your kicks even arrive.
sneakerheads tip their beanies to this entirely paperized NIKE x sean wotherspoon air max
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as pure as laminated pantones, as sharp as corduroy papercuts.
as pure as laminated pantones, as sharp as corduroy papercuts.
